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  • 5 Things to Do Before Buying Furniture Online

    Shopping for furniture online can be convenient and hassle-free. You can peruse hundreds of items without any rush or pressure from sales associates, take time to read reviews, and search widely for exactly what you want. On the other hand,…

  • How to Buy a Futon on a Tight Budget

    Few pieces of furniture lay claim to the flexible utility of a futon. Futons are a sofa or loveseat that convert into a bed by pulling the frame into a flat position. This changeable piece of furniture is perfect for…

  • How to Stop Spending $350 a Year on Your Yard

    Americans are obsessed with their lawns. That verdant expanse of green serves as play space for kids and a pleasing surface for adult lounging. Some homeowners’ associations and even municipalities insist on maintaining a mowed, green lawn, the better to…

  • When Does It Pay to Spend More on Home Goods and Services?

    When does it make sense to spend a little extra money on a purchase? We took a stab at answering that question by looking around the house. We found many items on which you could save money in the long…

  • Is Social Media Killing the Garage Sale?

    As garage sale season fast approaches, driven bargain hunters may notice a considerable drop in garage sales and the range of offerings. The reason seems to be the boom of local buy/sell/trade groups. This new type of vendor, facilitated by…